Early summer · Weather & things to do
Duluth in June
The year's rain peaks now, with about 4.1 in (104 mm) falling in Duluth, alongside highs near 70°F (21°C) and lows of 52°F (11°C).
June opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 82/100 (4th of 12).
- Avg high
- 70°F (21°C)
- Avg low
- 52°F (11°C)
- Rain
- 4.1 in (104 mm)
- Humidity
- 79%
- Cloud cover
- 61%
- Daylight
- ~15 h 38 min
- Comfort score
- 82/100 · Great
What June feels like
Warm afternoons near 70°F (21°C) make long days outdoors easy.
Nights cool to an average low of 52°F (11°C).
Some rain is likely, about 4.1 in (104 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
With about 15 h 38 min of daylight, evenings stay light late.
Plan around June
June is one of Duluth's best months on the climate data.
- First warm month: highs reach 70°F, up from 60°F in May.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, May – July.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: June – September.
- Longest days of the year, about 15 h 38 min of daylight.
- June sits inside the Jun – Oct window our Minnesota North Shore route recommends.
What to pack for June
- Light, breathable clothes70°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 4.1 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Duluth in June
June is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Aerial Lift Bridge
Rising bridge over the ship canal that lifts for 1,000-foot lake freighters.
Why now June scores 82/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Duluth Grill
Local-sourcing diner in West Duluth with hearty breakfasts.
Glensheen Mansion
1908 lakefront estate with original furnishings and terraced gardens.
Why now Highs near 70°F and 4.1 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Duluth Lakewalk
Paved shoreline path from Canal Park toward Brighton Beach along Lake Superior.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Skyline Parkway
Ridge road above the city with overlooks of the harbor and lake.
Nearby in June
- Grand Marais in June~106 mi · highs 72°F, 3.9 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Minneapolis in June~137 mi · highs 78°F, 5.1 in rain · 5°C (8°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Decorah in June~241 mi · highs 78°F, 5.8 in rain · 4°C (8°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Door County in June~266 mi · highs 67°F, 3.9 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~354 m to Duluth's ~200 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Duluth in June: quick answers
Is June a good time to visit Duluth?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 82/100. Expect highs of 70°F (21°C) and 4.1 in (104 mm) of rain. June is inside the Jun – Oct window our Minnesota North Shore route recommends.
How hot is Duluth in June?
Average highs are 70°F (21°C) and average lows 52°F (11°C), making it the 3rd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Duluth in June?
Some: about 4.1 in (104 mm) of rain falls across June on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 30.8 in (782 mm).
What should I pack for Duluth in June?
Bring light, breathable clothes (70°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 4.1 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in June
- Minnesota North Shore Jun – Oct
Planning Duluth in June?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.